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NameLee County WMA
WMA Zone412
Region2
County CoverageLee
Location
Lee County is located South of Haynes, Arkansas near Crowley's Ridge. 
Phone877-734-4581
Seasons and Regulations
Turkey:
Youth Hunt: April 13-14, 2013. Two bearded turkeys, no more than one jake.
Firearms Hunt: April 20-May 5, 2013. Two bearded turkeys, no jakes (Youths may take one jake as part of their statewide seasonal bag limit).
Deer:
Deer Archery: Sept. 15-Feb. 28.
Deer Muzzleloader: Oct. 20-28 and Dec. 15-17.
Deer Modern Gun: Nov. 10-Dec. 9 and Dec. 26-28.
Deer Modern Gun Special Youth Hunt: Nov. 3-4 and Jan. 5-6.
WMA Deer Bag Limit:
Three deer, no more than two bucks, which may include:
• Two bucks with archery, muzzleloader or modern gun,
• Three does with archery,
• Two does with muzzleloader and modern gun combined.
Deer Notes: Three-point rule. No dogs. Limit during the modern gun special youth hunt is three deer: no more than two bucks (no antler restrictions) or two does.
 
Quail:
Nov. 1, 2012-Feb. 3, 2013.
Daily limit - 6, possession limit -12. Bird dogs allowed.
Rabbit:
Sept. 1, 2013-Feb. 28, 2014. Daily limit - 8, possession limit - 16. Dogs allowed except during firearms deer hunts.
Squirrel:
May 15, 2013-Feb. 28, 2014. Dogs allowed except during firearms deer hunts. Daily limit - 12, possession limit - 48.
Crow:
Sept. 3, 2012-Feb. 21,2013. Open Thursdays through Mondays. No limit.
CLOSED:
  • Bear
  • Alligator
  • Elk
Leased Land Permit RequiredNo
Ownership
The small FmHA tract was deeded to the AGFC in 1991.  
Age
The area was established as a WMA in 1970. 
Purpose
It was acquired to provide additional public use opportunities. 
Description
The management is comprised of old agricultural fields, which have been reforested providing a home for an abundance of wildlife including small game and an assortment of birds.
Access
The management can be accessed by Highway 131 turning North from Haynes, Arkansas. A county road off 131 can access the South end of the WMA.
Camping
No camping allowed.
Restaurants and Other Facilities
Haynes Arkansas provides the nearest opportunities for dining. A small store provides barbecues and sandwiches for the hungry visitor. 

A parking area is provided where 131 and the WMA converge 
Safety
Lee County has a good population of rattlesnakes. When visiting, be cautious and observant.